After season 15 contestant Aaryn Gries sparked a controversy by making racist remarks, the entire house was placed under a more-scrutinized microscope, and several contestants were let go from their jobs.

And the season 16 contestants – including Ariana Grande's half brother Frankie – understand more than ever that America is watching (and judging) their every move.

As the 16 contestants prepared to enter the Big Brother house, they told PEOPLE the things they hoped America would not be seeing them do this summer.